Cassia Arrives at a Job Interview but Has to Wait

Multiple Choice

Cassia arrives at a job interview but has to wait outside the interview room with another candidate for the position.This candidate appears disorganized and is not well-dressed.What can we conclude about Cassia's state of mind based on social comparison theory?

A) Cassia has somewhat lowered self-esteem.
B) Cassia has somewhat heightened self-esteem.
C) Cassia will be more likely to use metaphors of cleanliness in the interview.
D) Cassia will be more likely to use metaphors of dirtiness in the interview.